Environmental Educator Needed
We are looking for an environmental educator to help get kids outside this school year as part of our nature programming for youth. The ideal candidate is fun-loving, has lots of energy and has experience working with youth. Our Educators will provide students with a safe, positive, fun atmosphere, encouraging them as they become confident and comfortable in nature. Educators implement the weekly curriculum for our after-school programme in a 100% outdoor environment, monthly Nature Immersion camps and support instruction for our classroom program.
This is a part-time position with approximately 10-15 hours a week. Weekends and weekdays.
Responsibilities
• Lead youth in organized activities, games, crafts and help lead themed discussions.
• Positively engage youth and their families.
• Help prepare weekly curriculum and adjust appropriately.
• Assist in healthy communication skills both at the staff level and with youth.
• Assist with all sanitation protocols to maintain a safe environment.
Qualifications
• Love of youth & nature
• Experience working with youth ages 6-12
• Good at leading games & assisting youth in nature-based crafts
• Working knowledge of local flora/fauna is a plus but not required.
• Assist with a balance of staying on schedule versus flexibility to respond to moments of wonder, skilled at assessing time & priority allocations of the day
• Ability to use creative teaching techniques and group management skills
• Positive attitude and work ethic, teamwork skills, oral communication skills
To apply, send resume, cover letter and 3 references.
Brida Job Centre.
Reference 09/5681A2